Dev Narayan Pradhan

Paras Gazmer was a respected Nepali musician, composer, lyricist, and singer from Darjeeling, celebrated for his emotionally powerful songwriting and his unique ability to translate personal struggle into deeply moving music. Despite losing his eyesight at the age of one and a half due to measles, he rose to become one of the most influential musical voices of the Darjeeling hills.Born in Tindharey, Kurseong in 1962, Paras studied at the Kalimpong Blind School, where he learned guitar and developed his musical foundation. Entirely self‑taught, he composed, wrote, and arranged his own songs, drawing inspiration from lived experience, inner emotion, and the philosophy that “our sweetest songs are those that tell of saddest thought.”He gained widespread recognition with his acclaimed albums Sanjha Ko Gham (1993) and Mero Bhagya (1999), both of which left a lasting mark on Nepali music. His compositions often explored themes of longing, hardship, and the inner world of the differently‑abled, resonating deeply with audiences across Nepal, Darjeeling, Sikkim, and the Nepali diaspora.Paras Gazmer performed extensively across the hills and neighboring regions and was honored by various cultural organizations for his contributions. His legacy continues to be remembered as that of a musical icon who transformed adversity into art.

Mandabi Tripathi, born on July 13, 1982, in Sundarbazar, Lamjung District, Nepal, is a renowned Nepali singer celebrated for her contributions to the country's music industry. She completed her School Leaving Certificate (SLC) in 1997 and pursued further studies in music, earning an Intermediate in Fine Arts (I.F.A) from Tribhuvan University in 2000. Throughout her career, Mandabi has released numerous songs that have resonated with audiences. Some of her notable tracks include:​ "Dhalkyo Dhalkyo" (2016)​ "Simple Simple" (2011)​ "Dhol Bajyo" (2016)​ "Mata Lagyo Mata Lagyo" (2014) "Mero Baruli Kammar" (2013)​ Her exceptional talent has been recognized with several awards, such as:​ Best Female Playback Singer for "Simple Simple" at the Music Khabar Music Award (2012) Best Female Pop Singer for "Mero Baruli Kammar" at the Music Khabar Music Award (2013) Best Duet Singer at the Music Khabar Music Award (2014)​ Best Playback Singer for "Mata Lagyo" at the Music Khabar Music Award (2015) Music Khabar Decade Honor (2018)​ Mandabi has also showcased her talents internationally, participating in musical programs in countries like Qatar and Hong Kong. Her dedication and passion for music continue to inspire many in Nepal and beyond.​

Samriddhi Rai is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, journalist, and media personality from Godawari, Lalitpur, born on August 13, 1987. She began her career in journalism, working with outlets like Kantipur, ECS Media, and The Himalayan Times, before transitioning into music and digital content creation. Her debut song “Bishwas” (2014) introduced her soulful style, followed by hits like “Ma Chahi Nepali,” “Prayas” (with Rohit John Chhetri), “Ma Dami Chhu,” and “Hera Na,” which blend pop melodies with empowering lyrics. She’s also the founder of Sammy Productions and host of the travel vlog series Sammy Adventures on YouTube and Kantipur TV. A former beauty pageant contestant, Samriddhi represented Nepal internationally and sparked debate by speaking out against favoritism in Miss Nepal. Her bold voice, both musically and socially, continues to inspire youth across Nepal.

Kishwor Lopchan is a Nepali singer and composer known for blending melodic Nepali music with themes of discipline, movement, and cultural identity. Alongside his musical career, he is a respected martial arts coach with expertise across multiple Eastern and South Asian combat systems.He trains students in Shaolin Kung Fu, Wushu, Kickboxing/Sanda, ThangTa, Jeet Kune Do, Karate, and Taichi, making him one of the few Nepali instructors with such a wide cross‑disciplinary foundation. His coaching style emphasizes body‑mind balance, traditional discipline, and performance‑oriented technique.His dual identity as a music artist and martial arts mentor positions him uniquely within Nepal’s creative and athletic communities.